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H42 HCF

1990 BMW K Series

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

107,950 mi
Last recorded107,950 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH42 HCF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 107,950 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 107,950 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 107,806 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 107,506 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Jul 2012 107,506 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2011 106,997 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 106,659 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 106,411 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 105,498 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 10,452 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 104,517 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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H42 HCF is a 1990 BMW K Series in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 51,838 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H42 HCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H42 HCF registered?

H42 HCF is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 November 1990.

Is H42 HCF safe to buy?

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